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Try http://wwwchemionics.com/plastisol.html Scroll down to the "soft plastic fishing lures" section and click the link to their brochure for additional product info. There is no pricing info, though.

https://www.getmgicbullet.com/?gclid=CIGEnfj67cgCFckWHwodgqYEeA Sold at Walmart, Target, Kohl's, etc..

I haven't used silicone to create molds but I have read about /seen a few videos that say if silicone is not degassed before pouring it can be poured in a small stream from a slightly greater height to allow some volume of air to escape the silicon before it enters the mold. Just beware of cross-winds. On the other hand, the "bumpy" texture on the lure surface isn't necessarily a bad thing... Who knows - the fish may even like it!

Excellent job. Well done! Rick SE CT

Thanks, guys! Rick

Bassinfool - I couldn't find disco glitter on the spikeit website. Where can I find it? Thanks. Rick

I heard they ship from Iowa. Is that right? Archery1 - was that $24 shipping quote for one gallon? Thanks. Rick

There's a wide variety of choices available. Here's a few: http://www.basstackle.com/category_s/123.htm http://store.do-itmolds.com/Essential-Series-Starter-Kit_p_1141.html http://store.do-itmolds.com/Kit--Start-up_p_340.html http://pouryourownworms.com/M-F-Custom-Plastic-Worm-Mold-Pint-Kit-Shipping-Included-5100CK-Pint.htm http://pouryourownworms.com/M-F-Custom-Plastic-Worm-Mold-Quart-Kit-Shipping-Included-5100CK-Quart.htm http://pouryourownworms.com/M-F-Custom-Plastic-Worm-Mold-Gallon-Kit-Shipping-Included-5100CK-Gallon.htm http://ispikeit.com/Store/p-818-hand-pour-lure-kit.aspx http://zeiners.com/mfsupplies.html http://lurepartsonline.com/Online-Store/Do-it-Softbaits-Essential-Series/Essential-Series-Starter-Kit.html http://www.bearsbaits.com/Creature-Kit_p_167.html http://www.lurecraft.com/Worm-Making-Kit/productinfo/4X101/

The following is taken from USG (US Gypsum) web page entitled "Drying Plaster Casts": http://www.usg.com/content/dam/USG_Marketing_Communications/united_states/product_promotional_materials/finished_assets/drying-plaster-casts-application-en-IG502.pdf Quote. The main physical limitation in drying a plaster cast is the maximum temperature at which the dryer can operate and not calcine the cast. Recommended temperatures are 110 to 120 °F for USG® White Art Plaster, No. 1 Casting Plaster, Moulding Plaster, Pottery Plaster, HYDROCAL® Brand White and HYDRO-STONE® Gypsum Cements; from 125 to 130 °F for Industrial Plaster PC. Operating much above these temperatures will result in surface calcination; that is, surfaces of the casts, especially those in front of hot-air ducts, will become soft and powdery. Unquote.

This is an excellent reminder for all of us, not just the new folks. It's easy to become "comfortable" with our processes and forget that a small, simple mistake like bumping against something or just stirring too fast can easily result in painful, long-lasting injury. A pan or pail with water that, at a minimum, is deep enough to submerge your hand into is highly recommended to keep close by but not so close to your work area that you might possibly spill it... If (heaven forbid) that hot plastic gets spilled onto your lap or legs, just dump that pan or pail of water onto yourself as quickly as you can. You can dry up water a lot faster than you can grow new skin! I, for one, am thankful for Mike being kind enough to share his experience with us and also very thankful that he recovered so well. It could have been much worse.

Like the man said, "to each his own"...

M-F = ? I've never been able to find what M-F stands for in M-F Manufacturing. Anybody know? Rick SE CT

The knowledge and experience collected and posted on this site is nothing short of amazing and members are great problem solvers and very willing to share. Welcome aboard. Rick SE CT

Is there such a thing as a reliable affordable shaker that will easily fit smaller containers such as the two or four ounce bottles of colorant? I don't make a lot of baits and therefore don't use my materials frequently. One of the things I hate is to have to vigorously shake all my bottles of colorant before using them... Thanx. Rick SE CT

I see you are a new member. Welcome to the madness. The "search" function is your friend here and is an invaluable resource. It will easily refer you to excellent information that has been accumulating on this site for over ten years from numerous members. Again -welcome! Rick SE CT

I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy new year and hope that, no matter how good or bad your 2014 may have been, that 2015 is better for everyone. May you all SAFELY enjoy the celebrations with your friends and family! HAPPY NEW YEAR! Rick SE CT

On my tablet the flake looks blue but on my desktop PC it looks purple. Never realized how very different things can look from one device to another!

This shows better detail. http://www.tacklecenter.com/prodimages/3199-DEFAULT-l.jpg Looks like smoke with black and blue flake. Rick SE CT

Lurecraft.com describes their liquid coloring:"Two ounces of standard liquid coloring will color from one to two gallons of plastic. Highly concentrated! Please experiment with mixing your own colors. The amount of coloring will yield either a light shade or a strong color." A long time ago it was estimated that one gallon of plastisol would produce something along the line of 1200 skinny six inch worms. Even if one ounce only colored one half gallon you could still get about 600 skinny six inch worms. (Just use your imagination to convert the volume of skinny six inch worms to the bait of your choice...) Just be aware that once the "mad scientist" in you gets going and you start experimenting, you might be surprised at how much coloring you'll go through. I don't produce baits for sale, just personal use, but I've been satisfied with the two ounce size and how long it lasts. If I were to start experimenting heavily for color matching, for example, I would go for the four ounce size. If I were to start producing baits for sale, I would probably go with the pint (16 ounce) at a minimum. Just my two cents... Rick

Lurecraft gold halogram maybe? http://www.lurecraft.com/POLYESTER/products/31/

There are many plastic baitmakers out there in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Maine, and scattered all over Canada. I'm sure many of them store their materials in unheated garages, sheds, and barns at -10F to -30F without problems. I know it's been asked about before, but I don't think freezing has ever been mentioned as being a problem.Rick

Like Jimi Henrix' "purple Haze":"Excuse me while I kiss this guy".

I did a search for "zoom sand color" and came up with a few other threads you might be interested in: soft plastics cookbook post #176 and 177. http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/index.php?/topic/9304-sand-color/?hl=%2Bzoom+%2Bsand#entry61467 http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/index.php?/topic/12272-zoom-sand/?hl=%2Bzoom+%2Bsand http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/index.php?/topic/24870-color-recipe/?hl=%2Bzoom+%2Bsand http://zoombait.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/006-032.png

Sorry I can't offer any help, but for reference sake for the true color gurus: http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/index.php?/topic/24870-color-recipe/?hl=%2Bzoom+%2Bsand Good luck. Rick SE CT

Thanks Bill.